tutuunu
Tutuunu is a traditional wind instrument described in ethnographic and literary sources about the fictional Nyala archipelago. It is typically made from a carved gourd or a length of bamboo and measures about 25 to 40 centimeters. Most tunings feature four to six finger holes and a simple reed or waxed-wood mouthpiece. The instrument is valued for a bright, piercing timbre used in both ensembles and solo pieces.
Regional variants exist. Gourd-based tutuunu often have a conical bore and a lip reed, while bamboo versions
Etymology and history: The term tutuunu derives from Nyalan words for wind and sound, and it appears
Contemporary use and preservation: In recent decades, tutuunu has been taught in regional music schools and